Talanoa Way Celebrates the First Day of Black History Month with Jazz Singer Dee Dee Darby-Duffin

  • February 1, 2024
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Talanoa Way celebrates the first day of Black History Month with jazz singer Dee Dee Darby-Duffin and discusses all things City Council and running for political office as a Latina in Utah with Eva Lopez Chavez. Then we connect with Sa'ane Siale to learn more about her work as a social justice warrior.

Malo 'Aupito for tuning into tonight's show as we feature the following people, organizations and/or events. Check them out and get plugged into your community!


RadioACTive, The Talanoa Way's Stephanie Mahina with you every Thursday night at 6:00 pm features:

Radioactive celebrates the first day of Black History Month and tonight, we have Jazz Singer Dee Dee Darby-Duffin
"Part songstress, part storyteller, Dee Dee offers the audience an immersive experience into great music and the stories behind it. A Utah transplant by way of “Charm City” Baltimore, Dee-Dee has been delighting audiences by weaving her personal stories, humorous anecdotes and advice with her mixture of classic and contemporary jazz standards, sprinkled with a little R&B, soul and fun."

  • EVENT: Tuesday, Feb. 13 at 8:00pm Songs of Love & Hope Concert featuring soloist Dee Dee Darby-Duffin with SLCC Chamber Singers, is a celebration of songs made popular during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960’s & 1970’s held at Salt Lake Community College: South City Campus' Multipurpose Room

Eva Lopez Chavez, Representitive of City Council District 4 "Eva is the eldest daughter raised in a working class Mexican - immigrant family. She was raised to respect her elders, always lend a helping hand, and above all else, la familia es siempre primero. Family is always first. She is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community and currently serves as a local consultant to businesses and organizers."

Saane Siale, Tongan Social Justice Warrior and Community Advocate
Saane works for The Rape Recovery Center and an organizer for UT With All Immigrants
"She is passionate about advocating for all youth regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, nationality, sexuality, disability, gender, or religion."

Utah’s 24-Hour Sexual Violence HelpLine: (801) 736-4356

  • EVENT: 2024 Immigrant Day On The Hill Tuesday, February 13th at 3:30pm at the Utah State Capitol Rotunda
    "Come learn how the state legislature works and the role you can play during the Legislative Session regardless of your immigration status. Entertainment and food will be provided and all are invited!

Rallies & Resources:

Code Blue Info: If you or some you know is seeking shelter or resources please call 801-990-9999 or visit any of the following Homeless Resource Centers: 

  • Weigand Resource Center - 437 W 200 S 
  • Gail Miller Resource Center - 242 W. Paramount Ave. 
  • Geraldine E. King Women's Resource Center - 131 E 700 S
  • Pamela Atkinson Men's Resource Center - 3380 S 1000 W 
  • Families with children can visit the Midvale Family Resource Center at 529 W 9th Ave. or call 801-569-1201. 
  • Youths ages 15-22 can visit the Youth Resource Center at 888 S 400 W. 

Transportation is available to and from Resource Centers and Code Blue shelters.  

Be sure to check out PIK2AR’s Food Resource List

EVERY Wednesday at 6 pm, Women’s EmpowHERment group meets at PIK2AR office at 824 S. 400 W. Suite B-113 Salt Lake City, Utah 84101. This one is for all my mamas, babymamas, grandmas, aunties, sisters… Please check this group out and engage in community. It’s the best form of healing.

Every Thursday night at 7:00pm FOR ALL THE BROS!... Check out K.A.V.A Talks “Knowledge Against Violence Always”, a men’s support group designed to break down the cultural taboos, and educational opportunity for those seeking support and change.

February 5, 2024 at UVU’s the Noorda: Small Island Big Song - a multi-platform project uniting the seafaring cultures of the Pacific and Indian Oceans through songs–a contemporary and relevant musical statement from a region at the frontline of the Climate Crisis. This performance is suitable for ages.

April 20, 2024 at 12:00 pm - Kava Talks Heels to Heal St. George

May 18, 2024 Ministry Health Fair 8:00am - 2:00pm at Calvary Baptist Church at 1090 South State Street SLC

The Utah Warriors Major League Rugby Season Calendar is up for 2024! March 3 to June 29, with the home opener against Chicago, March 16. Check out the full schedule and get your season tickets at warriorsrugby.com.


Talanoa Playlist:

  • Dee Dee Darby-Duffin - Sunday Kind of Love

    Dee Dee Darby-Duffin - My Baby Just Cares for Me

    Dee Dee Darby-Duffin - Feeling Good

  • Iam Tongi - Why Kiki?

  • The Green - Summertime

Guests' views, thoughts, or opinions are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the board, staff, or members of Listeners' Community Radio of Utah, KRCL 90.9fm. Questions, comments, or suggestions for the show? Email radioactive@krcl.org. Tonight's RadioACTive team included:

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